SNR Manager: Technical Services at Ba-Phalaborwa Municipality

Requirements:

• Grade 12/matric
• At least Bachelor of Science Degree in Engineering/BTech in Engineering or equivalent qualification registered on the National Framework at NQF level 7.
• SA Citizenship
• Minimum of five (5) years' relevant experience at middle management level (at least reported to a section 56 manager) of which 3-4 years must be at professional/management level engineering management experience.
• Compliance with the National Treasury Regulations on the Required Minimum Competency Level in Unit Standards for Senior Managers (or attainment of the minimum competencies within 18 months from date of appointment).
• Sound knowledge of and exposure to local government operations and municipal financial management.
• Solid knowledge and understanding of the relevant policies and legislation and a good understanding of institutional governance systems and performance management.
• In-depth knowledge of local government legislation and the statutory requirements pertaining to the post.
• A high degree of aptitude for strategic/operational planning and management, decision-making, leadership, innovation and motivation.
• Must be able to formulate engineering master planning, project management and implementation.
• Good knowledge of supply chain management regulations and the Preferential Procurement policy Framework Act, 2000.
• Excellent management and computer skills.
• Valid code B driver's license
• Registration with ECSA and a relevant, recognized professional body (e.g, IMESA) will be an added advantage.

Key performances areas:

• Report directly to the Municipal Manager.
• Manage the Directorate of Technical Services.
• Develop, implement and manage strategic goals, policies and procedures in alignment to the municipality's strategic objectives.
• Effectively and efficiently manage the Directorate.
• Liaise and interact with individuals, role-players and agencies at senior level in all three spheres of government.
• Assist and support the Accounting Officer with the roles and responsibilities delegated to the Senior Manager: Technical Services.
• Manage the provisioning and administering of project management and building control services.
• Manae the provisioning and control of civil engineering and sold waste management services.
• Manage the provisioning and control of electrical engineering services.
• Manage the administering and application of technical related GIS processes.
• Support and advise the Municipal Manager and Council.
• Provide strategic management and leadership for the directorate.
• Manage and improve departmental administrative functions.
• Develop and implement council policies and strategies.
• Compile and manage directorate's budget.
• Ensure legislative compliance of relevance to the directorate.
• Manage all related grants allocated to the municipality.
• Ensure community participation on matters of governance.